41 episodes

Stephen Dubner (co-author of the Freakonomics book series) and research psychologist Angela Duckworth (author of Grit) really like to ask people questions, and came to believe there’s no such thing as a stupid one. So they made a podcast where they can ask each other as many “stupid questions” as they want. New episodes each week. No Stupid Questions is a production of the Freakonomics Radio Network. 

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.7 • 1.4K Ratings

Stephen Dubner (co-author of the Freakonomics book series) and research psychologist Angela Duckworth (author of Grit) really like to ask people questions, and came to believe there’s no such thing as a stupid one. So they made a podcast where they can ask each other as many “stupid questions” as they want. New episodes each week. No Stupid Questions is a production of the Freakonomics Radio Network. 

    Is Everybody Cheating These Days?

    Is Everybody Cheating These Days?

    Also, what's better: to learn new skills or go deep on what you're good at?

    • 37 min
    What Does It Mean to Be a “Good” Man?

    What Does It Mean to Be a “Good” Man?

    Also: how can you stop ruminating?

    • 34 min
    How Do You Know if People Don’t Like You?

    How Do You Know if People Don’t Like You?

    Also: do self-help books really help?

    • 39 min
    Which Matters More, a First or Last Impression?

    Which Matters More, a First or Last Impression?

    Also: does wisdom really come with age?

    • 36 min
    Does Psychotherapy Actually Work?

    Does Psychotherapy Actually Work?

    Also: how many “selves” is it OK to have?

    • 32 min
    Are Humans Smarter or Stupider Than We Used to Be?

    Are Humans Smarter or Stupider Than We Used to Be?

    Also: how can you become a more curious person?

    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
1.4K Ratings

1.4K Ratings

Magus2012 ,

Fun and educational

This podcast is tops. The hosts have a great rapport and seem like they enjoy their conversation. The good natured teasing makes fun. The end of episode fact checking is a nice touch too.

Booker WEB ,

Interesting, fun, & educational

I love how Stephen & Angel interact. You can truly tell they are respected friends

AHolmes600 ,

Worth the listen!

With so many podcast options out there it can be frustrating finding one that is consistently worth the listen. This one is always a gem!

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