Demographic collapse

Demographic collapse

Topic

Heard in 3 episodes across 3 shows since Jan 2026

A phenomenon where a population's reproduction rate falls below the replacement level, leading to a rapid decline in the human species that is difficult to reverse once it begins.

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3
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First heard

Jan 2026

Expert statements

2
2 negative

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What experts have said about Demographic collapse

2 statements · 2 negative

  1. Alexander Wissner-GrossNegativeAug 29, 2026· Moonshots with Peter Diamandis

    Declining human population will not be a major existential risk.

    “I don't think it's going to be a major X risk at all.”

    Listen at 43:33

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  2. Simone CollinsNegativeMay 18, 2026· Modern Wisdom

    Demographic collapse threatens civilization.

    “demographic collapse because it is one of those things that is a civilizational level threat”

    Listen at 1:32

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Episodes

3 episodes featuring Demographic collapse, newest first

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