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144. What Should Be the Eighth Deadly Sin?
Episode 144
We asked you to nominate the worst sins of the modern age. Which one do Stephen and Angela think belongs on the list? And which does Angie struggle w…
3 years, 6 months ago
143. How Sinful Are "No Stupid Questions" Listeners?
Episode 143
What does the Seven Deadly Sins survey tell us about the people who listen to this podcast? Are we more afflicted by sloth or by lust? And what does …
3 years, 6 months ago
142. Is Pride the Worst Sin?
Episode 142
Is pride an emotion? Where’s the line between self-esteem and hubris? And what does Stephen have against peacocks?
Take the Seven Deadly Sins survey:…
3 years, 6 months ago
141. Is Greed Good?
Episode 141
Who’s greedier — gamblers or casinos? What’s the difference between betting on sports and entering a charity raffle? And does Angela know the name of…
3 years, 6 months ago
140. Is Envy Healthy?
Episode 140
What does social media do to our self-esteem? How is envy affecting our politics? And should you go to your high school reunion?
Take the Seven Deadl…
3 years, 7 months ago
139. Why Do We Get Angry?
Episode 139
What’s the difference between anger and indignation? What’s Angela’s problem with turkey sandwiches? And why wasn’t a No Stupid Questions listener an…
3 years, 7 months ago
138. Why is Everyone Having Less Sex?
Episode 138
Are we too busy watching Friends? Is porn driving us apart? And why did New Yorkers stop vacationing in the Catskills?
Take the Seven Deadly Sins surv…
3 years, 7 months ago
137. Are We All Addicted to Ultra-Processed Foods?
Episode 137
Is your favorite treat changing your brain? Why do so many snacks melt in your mouth? And why can’t Stephen replicate his favorite salad dressing?
Ta…
3 years, 7 months ago
136. Is Sloth a Sin or a Virtue?
Episode 136
How can we distinguish between laziness and patience? Why do people do crossword puzzles? And how is Angie like a combination of a quantum computer a…
3 years, 7 months ago
135. What Should You Do on Your Birthday?
Episode 135
Birthdays! Why do Americans prefer Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July to theirs? Why do they make Stephen think of molasses and chicken feed? And is…
3 years, 8 months ago