Also: why do we dislike being alone in public? This episode originally aired on April 11, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: what’s wrong with being impatient? This episode originally aired on April 2, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: why do we pad our speech with so much filler language? This episode originally aired on March 28, 2021 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: is it better to “go with the wind” or to “be the wind”? This episode originally aired on March 21, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode delves into the valuable lessons derived from perceived failures, specifically the challenges and eventual closure of Stephen Dubner's live game show, "Tell Me Something I Don't Know." The hosts analyze why it didn't fully succeed, drawing on Amy Edmondson's framework for understanding failure, and discuss the unexpected positive outcomes that led to their current podcast. Transitioning to human interaction, they then explore the nuanced role of teasing in relationships, examining its social functions, the impact of status dynamics, and the importance of nonverbal cues to avoid crossing into bullying.
Also: how did Angela do with her no-sugar challenge? This episode originally aired on March 7, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This episode delves into the complex nature of fame, examining why humans are so drawn to it, its historical role, and the often-unseen costs it imposes on individuals. Hosts Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth share their personal experiences with recognition and debate whether fame offers more benefits than drawbacks. The conversation also shifts to the subtle, often unrecognized influences that truly shape our identities, exploring how we construct narratives about our past and the tendency to curate our influences publicly and even privately.
Also: is it better to be right or “not wrong”? This episode originally aired on February 21, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also, what's better: to learn new skills or go deep on what you're good at? This episode originally aired on February 14, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth tackle two complex questions: defining a "good" man in an era of evolving gender dynamics and understanding how to stop obsessing over unchangeable past events. They discuss the concept of misandry in contrast to pervasive misogyny, the societal implications of "collective guilt," and the unintended side effects of policies aimed at gender equality. The conversation then pivots to rumination, exploring its psychological impact, gender differences, and adaptive coping mechanisms, including the importance of reflective processing over suppression, and how personal history can shape one's ability to move past negativity.
Stephen and Angela delve into the psychological reasons behind human resistance to change, using a listener's dilemma about recruiting a team to a new firm. They discuss cognitive biases like status quo bias and naive realism, and how the pandemic might heighten risk aversion. The conversation then shifts to the efficacy of self-help books, their historical context, and the challenges of giving and receiving advice, ultimately examining how to truly learn and adapt.
Stephen and Angela investigate the impact of first versus last impressions, referencing Daniel Kahneman's Peak-End Rule, which suggests that people remember the peak and end of an experience most vividly. They debate how this applies to various life scenarios, from colonoscopies to vacations, and discuss the counter-arguments for first impressions, like path dependency and the halo effect. The conversation then shifts to the nature of wisdom, its relation to age and experience, and practical qualities that define a wise person, with a fact check on the theories discussed.
Also: how many “selves” is it OK to have? This episode originally aired on January 17, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: how can you become a more curious person? This episode originally aired on January 10, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: why is public speaking so terrifying? This episode originally aired on January 3, 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: where is the line between acronyms, initialisms, and gibberish? This episode originally aired on December 20, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: which professions have the happiest people? This episode originally aired on December 13, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: is a little knowledge truly a dangerous thing? This episode originally aired on December 6, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: why is it so hard to predict success? This episode originally aired on November 29, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: do you spend more time thinking about the past, the present, or the future? This episode originally aired on November 22, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: why is behavior change so darn hard? This episode originally aired on November 15, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: what’s so great about New York City anyway? This episode originally aired on November 8, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: is it wrong to feel inured to the pandemic? This episode originally aired on November 1, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: do we overestimate or underestimate our significance in other people’s lives? This episode originally aired on October 25, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: should everyone have their own trauma score? This episode originally aired on October 18, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: how is social media like a knife? This episode originally aired on October 11, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: is there a downside to billionaire philanthropy? This episode originally aired on October 4, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nayeema Raza describes her podcast as “a curiosity party.” In this episode of Smart Girl Dumb Questions , she asks chef and food writer J. Kenji López-Alt whether cooking is an art or a science — and whether brunch is a scam. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: what is the meaning of life? This episode originally aired on September 27, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Also: how do you know if you have a “bad personality”? This episode originally aired on September 20, 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
