No Stupid Questions

Freakonomics Radio Network

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. Read more

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Episodes

94. What to Do When Everything Looks Like a Catastrophe?

09/27/2026 00:31:4393. Does the Early Bird Really Catch the Worm? Or Could the Night Owl Get There First?

09/20/2026 00:30:03 92. Is Poor Nutrition a Supply Problem or a Demand Problem?

09/13/2026 00:32:25How Gary Gulman Turned Depression Into Comedy Gold | Better in Person

09/09/2026 00:47:3091. Do You Savor or Gobble?

09/06/2026 00:39:33 Show all episodes

Our take on No Stupid Questions podcast

Stephen Dubner, co-author of the popular Freakonomics series, and research psychologist Angela Duckworth, author of the best-selling book Grit, explore the world of curious inquiries with their podcast No Stupid Questions. Every week, the duo explores various topics and fields, from the mundane to the philosophical, with a great curiosity that leaves no question unanswered. Each episode is a half-hour journey of exploration and discovery. Dubner and Duckworth's discussions are informative and entertaining, whether about human behavior, culture, or even the meaning of life. No Stupid Questions is a society & culture podcast by Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher.