Ep 17: What Happens When Dads are Put in Charge? With Dr Marte Bergan

Check out Marte’s full thesis here:

https://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:800e3289-08ad-449f-a00d-f5da87f1100d

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Keywords

gender equality, Norway, parental leave, daddy quota, family dynamics, cultural values, work-life balance, childcare, feminism, societal norms

Summary

In this conversation, Marte discusses the cultural and governmental factors that have shaped gender equality in Norway, particularly in relation to parental leave policies and the daddy quota. The discussion explores the evolving roles of fathers in childcare, the dynamics of resentment in relationships, and the long-term impacts of these policies on family life. Marte emphasizes the importance of shared responsibilities and the need for societal change to foster a more egalitarian approach to parenting and work-life balance.

Takeaways

Gender equality is deeply embedded in Norwegian culture.
Government policies have played a crucial role in promoting gender equality.
The daddy quota encourages fathers to take an active role in childcare.
Cultural values in Norway prioritize family time and work-life balance.
Mothers often retain the managerial role in family dynamics.
Resentment can arise from unequal distribution of parenting responsibilities.
Parental leave policies impact long-term family relationships.
Fathers in Norway are seen as experts in childcare due to their involvement.
The corporate culture in Norway supports flexible working hours for both parents.
Societal norms need to evolve to support shared parenting responsibilities.

Titles

Exploring Gender Equality in Norway
The Impact of the Daddy Quota

Sound bites

"It's in our national DNA."
"We value family time."
"It's use it or lose it."

Chapters

00:00 Cultural Foundations of Parenthood
04:03 The Daddy Quota: A Game Changer
06:55 Work-Life Balance in Norway vs. the UK
08:37 The Impact of Gender Roles on Parenting
11:06 Men's Perspectives on Parenting and Work
13:35 Long-Term Effects of Parental Leave Policies
16:09 The Importance of Shared Responsibilities
19:03 Conclusions and Future Directions
31:42 Work-Life Balance in Norway vs. the UK
34:45 Resentment in Parenting Roles
36:51 Judgment and Gender Expectations
40:53 Redefining Parenting Roles
45:56 The Manager vs. Expert Dynamic
49:57 Cultural Shifts in Parenting
52:43 The System of Gendered Parenting