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Smart Girl Dumb Questions

Nayeema Raza
Artificial Intelligence
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Iran
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Chewing With Mouth Open
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It's a curiosity party, and you're invited. Every Tuesday on SGDQ, Nayeema Raza asks simple Qs about big ideas trying to make sense of life. Some of our faves? Neil deGrasse Tyson on how we'd know if we're in a simulation, Esther Perel on why love gets harder with age, Diplo on why every guy I date is a DJ, and two 11 year olds on what it's like to grow up right now. Send us your dumb (and smart) ... more

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Whether you’re single, married or something in between: this episode is for you. Nayeema sits down with love coach and rejection survivor Francesca Hogi to talk about flirting as a way of life and rejection as a path to growth. Plus, Franny grades Na... more

Nayeema gets direct with Tarek Mansour, the 30-year-old CEO and Co-Founder of Kalshi. The prediction market hit $30 billion in trade volume this June as users put money on everything from the World Cup to Strait of Hormuz opening dates and the realit... more

David McCraw has gone to battle with Harvey Weinstein, Sarah Palin, Justin Baldoni and Presidents from Bush and Obama to Biden and Trump. Today, Nayeema asks the lead newsroom lawyer for the New York Times what he’s learned fighting powerful people …... more

Nayeema’s learning all about NASCAR today with rising star Carson Hocevar, who’s constantly compared to the legend Dale Earnhardt Sr.

So: what’s the difference between NASCAR and F1? What’s Hocevar’s risk-reward analysis on aggression? Does he have ... more

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Recent Guests

David McCraw
Senior Vice President and Lead Newsroom Lawyer for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Has There Ever Been a Worse Time for Journalism?
Carson Hocevar
NASCAR driver, six-foot-four, 23-year-old driver
NASCAR team (Spire, sponsor relationships mentioned)
Episode: He Drives 200 MPH. What Scares Him? with NASCAR Star Carson Hocevar
Malcolm Collins
Co-founder of the Collins Institute for Gifted Youth; pro-natalist advocate
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Simone Collins
Co-founder of the Collins Institute; pro-natalist advocate
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Episode: Birth Rates Are Low. Can A “Fertility President” Fix That?
Amanda Montell
Author of Cultish; host of Sounds Like A Cult
Sounds Like A Cult; Author of Cultish
Episode: Is Everything a Cult?
Ariel Ekblaw
Aerospace architect, co-founder and CEO of Aurelia Institute
Aurelia Institute
Episode: When Do We Move to Mars? (or the Moon)
Dan Gilbert
Owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers, billionaire businessman
Cleveland Cavaliers, Rocket Companies (historical)
Episode: Can the NBA Fix the USA? with Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert
Anna Delvey
New York City fraud figure and occasional public figure
Episode: Who’s Scarier: Gangsters, Billionaires or Investigative Journalists?
Raj Chetty
Harvard professor and director of Opportunity Insights; economist
Opportunity Insights, Harvard University
Episode: Is the American Dream Still a Thing? with Harvard Economist Raj Chetty

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Nayeema Raza
Host of Smart Girl Dumb Questions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 591 ratings
  • Slow down!

    You’re obviously a very smart person but what language are you speaking? Even at .8X speed you are difficult to understand. Are you late for an appointment?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Thatspec
    United Statesa month ago
  • Rage baiting?

    If I could negatively rate one episode it would be the one from Jul21 2026. I know you try and be apolitical but the mindset they have about rage baiting is what makes any political discourse regardless of affiliation frustrating. I hate their approach to conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmartin724
    United Statesa month ago
  • Not very informative

    I cannot really recommend the pod. The questions were rather dull. I kind of missed the organic development of conversations, felt too static…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    thatsOboneo
    Germany2 months ago
  • Interesting

    Thought-provoking topics and great interviews with guests. Nyeema gets into the nitty gritty of topics and will ask hard questions. I’ve enjoyed it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrittanyAmbers
    United States3 months ago
  • Ick

    Host is cringe af

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    starshipsfordays
    United States3 months ago

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He Drives 200 MPH. What Scares Him? with NASCAR Star Carson Hocevar
Q: You've raced at a bunch of tracks. Are they different?
Yes, tracks vary in shape, size, materials, and how the surface ages, which changes driving style and car setup.
Is Everything a Cult?
Q: What are the three Cs and why do they matter?
Conversion is the light-switch moment of commitment, conditioning is the ritualized reinforcement, and coercion is pressuring or manipulating someone to act against prior values; together they describe how cult-like influence deepens.
What Does Love Hurt? with Dr. Justin Garcia
Q: Tell us about the Misattribution of Arousal study and what it reveals about dating and attraction.
The Misattribution of Arousal study shows that physiological arousal from a source like a shaky bridge can be misattributed to attraction to a person, leading to increased dating interest; it underscores how context and physiology interact in early romantic impressions.
When Do We Move to Mars? (or the Moon)
Q: Why is it still expensive to go to space even though the price per kilogram has fallen?
Despite cheaper launch costs, the total price remains high due to rockets, infrastructure, and limited competing demand; space infrastructure like landing pads and a robust commercial ecosystem are still needed to drive down costs.
Rent vs Buy? Homes, IVF, MBAs and Other $$$ Choices
Q: What is your advice about prioritizing retirement vs children's education?
Prioritize retirement first to avoid ending up in a vulnerable position later; use debt for education only after securing your own financial foundation.

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Smart Girl Dumb Questions invites curious listeners to explore big ideas through playful, probing conversations with a wide range of guests. Topics span science, culture, economics, technology, relationships, and current events, all filtered through a host who asks thoughtful, accessible questions and keeps conversations lively and personal. The show's appeal lies in its mix of nerdy enthusiasm, credible guest expertise, and the host's engaging, relatable style, which often turns complex topics into approachable discussions. A notable strength is how episodes blend rigorous context with everyday relevance, making it suitable for listeners who want both insight and entertainment, and for potential advertisers seeking a diverse, intellectuall... more

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