206 episodes

Research psychologist Angela Duckworth (author of "Grit") and tech and sports executive Mike Maughan really like to ask people questions, and they believe there’s no such thing as a stupid one. So they have 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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- 4.6 • 3.2K Ratings

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- APR 13, 2024
191. Can You Change Your Personality?

191. Can You Change Your Personality?

Are you the same person you were a decade ago? Do we get better as we age? And is your sixth-grade class clown still funny?
- 39 min
- APR 6, 2024
190. What’s the Point of Nostalgia?

190. What’s the Point of Nostalgia?

Is it dangerous to live in the past? Why is Disney remaking all of its classic movies? And why does Angela get sentimental over a cup of soup and a free roll?
- 35 min
- MAR 30, 2024
189. When Should You Trust Your Gut?

189. When Should You Trust Your Gut?

Does instinct trump expertise? Can playing poker improve your intuition? And why did Angela jump off of a moving trolley car?
- 40 min
- MAR 23, 2024
188. Why Do Kids Today Get So Many A’s?

188. Why Do Kids Today Get So Many A’s?

Is grade inflation on the rise? How much does your G.P.A. matter in the long run? And when did M.I.T., of all places, become “the cool university”?
- 41 min
- MAR 16, 2024
187. Is Fear Running Your Life?

187. Is Fear Running Your Life?

How can you summon courage when you’re terrified? Is hiking more dangerous than skiing? And what is the stupidest thing that Mike has ever done?
- 39 min
- MAR 9, 2024
186. Do You Need a Routine?

186. Do You Need a Routine?

Would you be more adventurous if you had more structure? Do you multitask while brushing your teeth? And what would Mike’s perfect brother Peter do?
- 38 min

4.6 out of 5

3.2K Ratings

This is my favorite podcast.

I listen to many different behavioral science podcasts - No Stupid Questions is my favorite. It’s packed with insights and honest, amusing banter. My review won’t do it justice, so, simply…..if you haven’t listened to it yet, JUST TRY IT!