Yesterday

Chris Stapleton

Chris Stapleton (Traveller, Higher, Starting Over) is a multiple Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Chris joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why he looks for silence, his unpreparedness for the academics at Vanderbilt University, and wanting to make a recor ... Show More

1h 59m

Jan 16

Armchair Anonymous: Wild Card XI

Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us a crazy story.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery Ap ... Show More

48m 36s

Jan 14

David McWilliams (on the history of money)

David McWilliams (The History of Money: A Story of Humanity) is a journalist, writer, and economist. David joins the Armchair Expert to discuss having an unusually calm Irish family upbringing, being practically prescribed to study economics, and the impact that his father being ... Show More

1h 35m

Oct 2020

Angela Duckworth | Grit and Beyond

In many circles, Angela Duckworth’s name has become synonymous with the word grit, this elusive trait that fuels the sustained action-taking in the face of relentless adversity that leads to big achievements. Her book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance was a ... Show More

1 h

Jun 2021

Raising Resilient Kids with Angela Duckworth

With unprecedented levels of stress and depression amongst young people, I wanted to know what we, as an older generation can do to help. So I talked to psychologist, professor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of Grit , Angela Duckworth. This is… A Bit of Optimism ... Show More

30m 8s

Oct 2019

[Rerun] Angela Duckworth on Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

Angela Duckworth researches self-control and grit, which is defined as passion and perseverance for long term goals. Her research has demonstrated that there are factors that can be more predictive of success than IQ. In this episode we cover some of her findings on grit, includi ... Show More

49m 27s

Apr 2023

Elevate Classics: Angela Duckworth on Developing Grit

Angela Duckworth is the founder and CEO of Character Lab, a professor at the Wharton School of Business, and the author of the influential NYT bestselling book, Grit. She has received the MacArthur Genius Grant, co-hosts the No Stupid Questions podcast, and has delivered one of t ... Show More

1h 12m

Apr 2024

Angela Kinsey & Rainn Wilson Go Deep! (That's What She Said)

Angela Kinsey (The Office, Office Ladies) & Rainn Wilson reunite years after The Office to explore some of life’s biggest questions. The two talk about the recent deaths in their lives and how grief can breed gratitude. They also discuss finding true happiness, the power of mindf ... Show More

57m 31s

Aug 2023

Angela Kinsey

This week on JOY, Craig’s “bestie friend,” Angela Kinsey, stops by! Angela is a star on the hit TV show The Office (US), and co-hosts the successful podcast “Office Ladies” with co-star Jenna Fisher, focusing on the ultimate Office re-watch. Additionally, Craig and Angela discuss ... Show More

57m 9s

Mar 2024

Angela Duckworth: The Gritty Road to Growth

In this episode of Remarkable People, host Guy Kawasaki continues his enlightening dialogue with Angela Duckworth, celebrating her second appearance on the podcast. The two dive into Angela’s “three boxes” model for understanding human behavior and discuss how changing situati ... Show More

1h 3m

Apr 2021

#109 Angela Duckworth: Grit and Human Behavior

Angela Duckworth is the Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and the Founder and CEO of Character Lab, a not-for-profit whose mission is to advance the science and practice of character development. She’s also the author of Grit, a N ... Show More

1h 3m

Mar 2024

Angela Bassett

On this OWN Spotlight Oprah invites legendary actress Angela Bassett to The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures to discuss her recent, well-deserved honorary Academy Award. Oprah and Angela look back on her illustrious, four-decade career from how she knew acting was her destin ... Show More

34m 37s

May 2021

1164 | Angela Duckworth: “Talent Counts, but Effort Counts Twice.”

In this episode, <a href="https://angeladuckworth.com" target="_blank">Angela Duckworth</a> presents to us the crucial role of grit, effort, and hard work in achieving your dreams, glory, and success. According to Angela, the person’s exceptional application o ... Show More

13m 22s