Episode · No Stupid Questions · 2023-01-07

Books mentioned on Is Having Children Worth It? | No Stupid Questions | Episode 98

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Angela Duckworth discussed The Sweet Spot by Paul Bloom and Parent Nation by Dana Suskind.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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  1. The Sweet Spot

    Paul Bloom · at 16:03

    The Sweet Spot by Paul Bloom is a psychology book that investigates why human beings voluntarily seek out pain, suffering, and challenging experiences as part of a meaningful life.

    Discussed
    “so his most recent book is called The Sweet Spot”
    Where to get it
  2. Parent Nation

    Dana Suskind · at 17:15

    Parent Nation by Dana Suskind is an insightful nonfiction book that examines the systemic challenges facing families and outlines policy changes required to support young children and parents across society.

    Discussed
    “the doctor and researcher Dana suskin at the University of Chicago has just published a book called parent nation which makes a larger similar argument”
    Where to get it