

Smart Girl Dumb Questions
Nayeema Raza
It's a curiosity party, and you're invited. On Smart Girl Dumb Questions, Nayeema Raza asks simple Qs to big thinkers (like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Diplo, or two 11 year olds), trying to make sense of life.
Send us your dumb Qs: nayeema.raza101@gmail.com
Send us your dumb Qs: nayeema.raza101@gmail.com
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Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 2min
Are We Living In A Simulation? with Neil deGrasse Tyson
Neil deGrasse Tyson, renowned astrophysicist and author, joins for an engaging dialogue about life's biggest questions. They ponder whether we live in a simulation and if wormholes could revolutionize travel. Tyson shares insights on the multiverse, time travel, and even tackles the existence of aliens. The conversation lightens up with astrology and the science behind it, while also addressing humanity’s quest for longevity. Expect a mind-bending blend of profound science and whimsical thoughts sprinkled with humor!

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Mar 7, 2025 • 40min
Is the Future Too Bleak to Have Babies? with Cleo Abram
Join Nayeema as she chats with Cleo Abram, an independent journalist and YouTuber known for her insightful show, Huge If True. They dive into the complex feelings millennials and Gen Z have about parenthood amid climate change and falling fertility rates. The discussion shifts to the role of AI and robotics in our future workplaces and the transformative potential of technologies like quantum computing. Cleo also offers playful thoughts on aliens and the ethical dilemmas of advanced reproductive science, sparking hope for humanity's path forward.

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Feb 28, 2025 • 59min
Can Billionaires Save Us? with Mark Cuban
Mark Cuban, billionaire entrepreneur and investor known for his role on Shark Tank and ownership of the Dallas Mavericks, dives deep into healthcare challenges and the lessons the U.S. government can learn from the NBA. He humorously critiques the inefficiencies of capitalism in healthcare, discussing innovative ways to reduce prescription drug costs and advocating for transparency. The conversation navigates the complex relationship between wealth and freedom, exploring how billionaires can leverage their influence to create meaningful change in society.

Jan 3, 2025 • 1min
Coming Soon: SGDQ
A new show to answer the dumb questions we’re all thinking, but don’t want to ask out loud. It’s a curiosity party, and you know you’re curious. Oh, and the party starts in February. Hit follow and stay tuned! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


