No Stupid Questions
Episodes
93. Does the Early Bird Really Catch the Worm? Or Could the Night Owl Get There First?
Angela Duckworth and Stephen Dubner explore whether early risers truly outperform night owls, citing research on chronotypes and income.
92. Is Poor Nutrition a Supply Problem or a Demand Problem?
Stephen and Angela discuss a study claiming that food deserts are a demand problem rather than a supply issue, as opening supermarkets barely changes dietary habits.
How Gary Gulman Turned Depression Into Comedy Gold | Better in Person
In this episode of Better in Person, Stephen Dubner sits down with comedian Gary Gulman to discuss his memoir, Misfit, and his HBO special, The Great Depression.
91. Do You Savor or Gobble?
Hosts Stephen and Angela explore the psychology of "savoring" versus "devouring" new acquisitions, debating whether preserving items or consuming…
90. If America Is a Train Wreck, Why Am I Doing Fine?
Angela Duckworth and Stephen Dubner explore the paradox of high personal satisfaction versus low national optimism in the US, citing a Gallup poll showing an 85% to 17% split.
89. How Valuable Is Enthusiasm?
Hosts Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth explore whether enthusiasm is a key driver of success, inspired by golfer Gary Player’s philosophy.
88. Is Self-Improvement Too Selfish?
Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth debate whether individual self-improvement or structural societal change is more effective for creating a better world.
87. What’s So Great About Retirement?
Stephen and Angela debate the pros and cons of retirement, addressing a listener’s hesitation to leave a rewarding job.
86. Should We All Be Taking More Long Shots?
Angela Duckworth and Stephen Dubner explore the psychology of hope and optimism, distinguishing between dispositional optimism and agentic hope.