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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 05/10/2026
"This is not just a personal story, there is something systematic here that we need to talk about." Professor Cristina Archetti explains why she set out to write her first academic book on childlessness. #FullStopPod #Childless #Politics #Sociology #Research #Legacy #ChildessNotByChoice
“This is not just a personal story, there is something systematic here that we need to talk about.”  
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 03/10/2026
Episode 90 of The Full Stop 🎙️ Research Starts With A Story. This month we talk with researchers Nicola Spurling and Cristina Archetti about childlessness, research, and why your story matters. Listen on your favourite app. #Childless #ChildlessNotByChoice #Research
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 30/09/2026
We're delighted to partner with Other Words on an upcoming guide for anyone who wants to advocate at work. For managers, HR teams & network founders who want to get it right, & childless people Sign up to the newletter to get first preview. www.thefullstoppod.com/newsletter #Childless
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 30/09/2026
Did you know that you can in the audience? Grab a comfy seat and join us. The Full Stop Community is £10 a month, first month free. Cost is not a barrier - please do email in confidence. Join us www.thefullstoppod.com/join #PodcastAudience #FullStopPod #Childless #ChildlessPodcast
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 29/09/2026
We're delighted to partner with Other Words on an upcoming guide for anyone who wants to advocate at work. For managers, HR teams & network founders who want to get it right, & childless people www.thefullstoppod.com/hub #Childless
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 27/09/2026
Episode 90 of The Full Stop 🎙️ Research Starts With A Story. This month we talk with researchers Nicola Spurling and Cristina Archetti about childlessness, research, and why your story matters — link in profile. #Childless #ChildlessNotByChoice #Research
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 25/09/2026
We have launched a guide for inclusive workplaces. It's essential reading for HR departments and anyone leading a business network with advice to help support, and retain, childless people. It's free to download this weekend. www.thefullstoppod.com/hub #Childless #HR #DiversityInclusion
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 21/09/2026
"'I never thought I would have a voice.' Now she has a PhD and a monthly in-person gathering changing lives in Byron Bay - we loved talked to Naomi, and making sense of childlessness. Have you listened? What chimed with you? #DisenfranchisedGrief #ChildlessNotByChoice #Childless #FullStopPod
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 19/09/2026
It's World Childless Week. We encourage you to go easy and rest well with those feelings. You can explore links to past posts and an invitation to talk on our latest blog post #WorldChildlessWeek #Childless www.thefullstoppod.com/read/still-reflecting-our-world-childless-week-stories
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 17/09/2026
We're delighted to partner with Other Words on an upcoming guide for anyone who wants to advocate at work. For managers, HR teams & network founders who want to get it right, & childless people Sign up to the newletter to get first preview. www.thefullstoppod.com/newsletter #Childless
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 16/09/2026
Not acceptance nor moving forwards, but our new favourite phrase - Robust pragmatism! There's a difference and Dr Naomi Menahem explains it beautifully in Episode 89. Have a listen on your favourite app. #childlessnotbychoice #childless #FullStopPod #MentalHealth #Grief
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 15/09/2026
Did you know that you can be part of our podcast and listen in on the audience? Grab a comfy seat and join us. The Full Stop Community is £10 a month, first month free. Cost is not a barrier - please do email in confidence. #PodcastAudience #FullStopPod #Childless #ChildlessPodcast
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 14/09/2026
Podcast Rewind to 2019 and more on World Childless Week. We wonder whose voices can you hear? Read, listen and find out more bio.site/thefullstop #ChildlessNotByChoice #Legacy #Infertility #WorldChildlessWeek #GriefAndHealing #TheFullStopPodcast #FullStopCommunity
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 13/09/2026
"Just seeing yourself in their story, it's just such a gift." Dr Naomi Menahem, Episode 89 Being seen and heard matters, and the research can act as evidence. #FullStopPodcast #Childless #AcademicResearch #DiversityandInclusion
Just seeing yourself in their story — it's just such a gift." — Dr Naomi Menahem, Episode 89
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 11/09/2026
We're proud to be part of Storyhouse Childless over the years, on stage and in the focus group. This year's event takes place on 25-27th September. Tickets are still available for some events. Head to the Storyhouse website to find out more info. #storyhouselive #storyhousechildless
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 09/09/2026
Our monthly newsletter is for childless people and everyone who cares for them — new episodes, honest writing, wellbeing advice and community news, straight to your inbox. Subscribe and receive our free Finding Connections booklet as a welcome gift. Subscribe at thefullstoppod.com/newsletter
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 07/09/2026
We love Dr Naomi Menahem's phrase: robust pragmatism. As in, I understand what I'm navigating, and I am getting on with it. Episode 89 is out now, go listen on your favourite app or via our bio link #Research #Childless #WomensHealth #FullStopPod #NewPodcastEpisode
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 06/09/2026
"Finding your words and talking about what's happened is such an important part of healing" says presenter Sarah Lawrence from After The Storm. What makes a safe place for you to talk? #childless #conversation #wellbeing
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 05/09/2026
The Deferral Iceberg 🧊 Have you heard of it? The reasons we share and the ones we don't. Episode 89 with Dr Naomi Menahem is out now, listen on your favourite podcast app. What's sitting below your waterline? #childlessnotbychoice #fullstoppodcast #research #mentalhealth #childless
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 04/09/2026
We'd like to meet... Passionate people who identify as involuntarily childless. We are the Full Stop podcast. We're a respectable, well-established podcast with childless not by choice, empathetic hosts and we're told we're lovely. Drop us a DM or head to our website and head to Be Our Guest.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 02/09/2026
We're huge fans of Storyhouse Childless. We've been part of the event for several years on stage and in the focus group. This year it's on 25-27th September. Tickets are still on sale for some events, weekend passes have sold out! Head to the Storyhouse website to find out more info.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 31/08/2026
We love Dr Naomi Menahem's phrase: robust pragmatism. Episode 89 is out now, go listen on your favourite app Read the newsletter: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/23937… #Research #Childless #WomensHealth #FullStopPod #NewPodcastEpisode
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 29/08/2026
Did you know that you can be part of our podcast and listen in on the audience? Grab a comfy seat and join us. The Full Stop Community is £10 a month, first month free. Cost is not a barrier - please do email in confidence. #PodcastAudience #FullStopPod #Childless #ChildessPodcast
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 27/08/2026
We love Dr Naomi Menahem's phrase: robust pragmatism. As in, I understand what I'm navigating, and I am getting on with it. Episode 89 is out now, go listen on your favourite app or via our bio link #Research #Childless #WomensHealth #FullStopPod #NewPodcastEpisode
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 24/08/2026
"I want that to be my legacy — to change people's views and be a comfort to people." — poet Kathryn Smith (Millie the Poet), Full Stop Episode 88. Is poetry or writing a legacy for you? Tell us below. bio.site/thefullstop
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 23/08/2026
Podcast Rewind to August 25, We love Anne's vibrancy - she was stoked to be on the pod - her words! And the reminder that your body can be your greatest ally.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 22/08/2026
We're often creating and writing behind the scenes so we thought, why not use body-doubling and help people to create with us? Sometimes we might need some emotional support to create in our childless space. Head to the website and bio link to join our diverse, childless Community.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 19/08/2026
Who is the holiday for anyway? On our blog post, we share the action points for line managers, HR teams and network group leaders and how to create happier workplaces and loyal network members www.thefullstoppod.com/read/workpla…
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 17/08/2026
"I want to be that voice, to show that we can create." — poet Kathryn Smith (Millie the Poet) on this week's Full Stop episode, talking about her pamphlet Imprint and writing through childlessness and grief. What are you creating? Tell us below 👇 🎧 bio.site/thefullstop
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 15/08/2026
Did you know that you can be part of our podcast and listen in on the audience? Grab a comfy seat and join us. The Full Stop Community is £10 a month, first month free. Cost is not a barrier - please do email in confidence. #PodcastAudience #FullStopPod #Childless #ChildessPodcast
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 12/08/2026
Our monthly newsletter is for childless people and everyone who cares for them — new episodes, honest writing, wellbeing advice and community news, straight to your inbox. Subscribe and receive our free Finding Connections booklet as a welcome gift. Subscribe at thefullstoppod.com/newsletter
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 10/08/2026
What's going on in August at the Full Stop? 8th Write & Create Along 16th Recording Episode 88 29th New Podcast Published 29th Culture Club 30th Recording Episode 89 www.thefullstoppod.com
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 09/08/2026
In our latest Full Stop podcast with Millie the Poet we are turning to language, poetry and the power of words to come to terms with childlessness. Read our newsletter: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/23937… #childlesss #FullStopPodcast #Poetry
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 08/08/2026
We're often creating and writing behind the scenes so we thought, why not use body-doubling and help people to create with us? Sometimes we might need some emotional support to create in our childless space. Head to the website and bio link to join our diverse, childless Community.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 02/08/2026
In our latest Full Stop podcast with Millie the Poet we are turning to language, poetry and the power of words to come to terms with childlessness. Read our newsletter: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/23937… #childlesss #FullStopPodcast #Poetry
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 01/08/2026
What's going on in August at the Full Stop? 8th Write & Create Along 16th Recording Episode 88 29th New Podcast Published 29th Culture Club 30th Recording Episode 89 www.thefullstoppod.com
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 27/07/2026
We’re sending love to everyone who is affected by the many wildfires and appreciation to the emergency services. We also send love the many people who are affected by the awful events at Pride Berlin and stand beside you in allyship. This is a safe space.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 26/07/2026
New episode: poet Kate Smith on grief, IVF and words as "a shortcut to your heart." Doesn't matter if poetry's your thing or not — this one lands. bio.site/thefullstop
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 25/07/2026
Tthere's a new Full Stop podcast out with Millie the Poet. Tune in for readings from Imprint, which is informed by her IVF story. We're here to speak for those whom IVF fails Read the newsletter: preview.mailerlite.io/preview/23937… #childlesss #WorldIVFDay
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 11/07/2026
Podcast Rewind to July 2025 The Silence After IVF: What Happens When It Doesn’t Work. In our latest podcast we reflect on grief, lost identities, anger at misleading success rates, the mental and financial toll, and the uncomfortable silence after IVF. Listen on your fav podcast app. #IVF
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 08/07/2026
Holidays are emotionally loaded for people without children too. What's the one assumption that people make about your summer that isn't true? Listen to us on your favourite listening app, and carry on the chat in our Community for childless people. #thefullstop #Holidays #Childless #Childfree
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 05/07/2026
Katy has changed workplaces with MIST workshops helping people who cope with infertility, pregnancy loss, and childlessness to be seen and heard. Find the show notes and the transcript www.thefullstoppod.com/listen/episo…
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 04/07/2026
You don't have to explain your situation to anyone. In our latest podcast episode features MIST. We talk about how the impact of not being treated fairly in the workplace, can affect how people feel about their jobs. Listen on your favourite podcast app
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 02/07/2026
What's happening in July at the Full Stop 5 - Write Along in the Community 19 - New Podcast & Newsletter Published 25 - Culture Club in the Community Wishing you a gentle July. #Podcast #Childless #Writing #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #CommuniutySupport
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 24/06/2026
Are you a shift worker? Did you get overtime this weekend or are you on the rubbish shift? Are you given less prority for overtime because you're seen as having less needs because you are childless? Listen on your favourite podcast app, just search for the Full Stop pod. #Equity #Childless #HR
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 22/06/2026
Who is the holiday for anyway? On our blog post, we share the action points for line managers, HR teams and network group leaders and how to create happier workplaces and loyal network members www.thefullstoppod.com/read/workpla…
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 21/06/2026
We are thrilled to share a new episode with Katy who has changed workplaces with MIST workshops helping people who cope with infertility, pregnancy loss, and childlessness to be seen and heard. Find the show notes and the transcript www.thefullstoppod.com/listen/episo…
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 21/06/2026
We’ve spoken to many men over the years, through the podcast, through our communityand what strikes us is how the pain lingers. We've published a new blog post for childless men ahead of Father's Day www.thefullstoppod.com/read/fathers…
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 13/06/2026
“When I say I’m in a relationship with a man that people don’t have to think you’re a gay man in a gay relationship. I’m just married to Gregory.” — Michael Barnett Activist Michael Barnett talks about loneliness, and invisibility that queer childless people face.
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Full Stop Podcast and Community @thefullstoppod.com · 10/06/2026
"I genuinely believe that 99% of the world means well. No one wakes up and says I'm going to find a childless person and rip their soul out" - Sandy Michelet Listen to the Full Stop on your fav listening app. Childless people are invited to join our Full Stop Community. #childessnotbychoice
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