# Can I be a dad and not a parent? - The Saturday Story

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Podcast: [The Story](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-story-26954)
Published: 2026-07-18T00:01:00+00:00
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## Resource

Ben Kawaller suddenly has the urge to have children, but he would prefer not to raise them. Luckily, there is a growing online market that can help with that. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Read by: Ben Kawaller, reporter and essayist. Producer: Dave Creasey. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: I’ve decided to become a father. Does anyone want my sperm? Photo: Adam Grey for The Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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