Angela Duckworth
Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Psychologist and MacArthur Genius Award winner at the University of Pennsylvania whose research on grit, perseverance, and self-control has become foundational to conversations about success and resilience. Best known as the author of *Grit*, she has evolved her thinking to emphasize the balance between passion and perseverance, influencing prominent figures across business and wellness. Her work is frequently referenced by podcasters exploring character development, career longevity, and what actually predicts long-term achievement.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 26, 2026
How Beliefs Shape Behavior, Motivation, and Resilience | Nir Eyal — EP 746
“Author of 'Grit'; previously appeared on show; host discussed alignment of grit with intentionality and values”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 19, 2026
How to Rebuild Your Identity When Everything Falls Apart | Bianca D’Alessio — EP 743
“Author of 'Grit'; host discussed intentionality as missing third element in her passion-perseverance framework”
Modern Wisdom · Mar 14, 2026
#1071 - Bill Gurley - If You Hate Your Job, This is How to Start Over
“Wrote 'Grit'; later acknowledged over-emphasis on perseverance without passion leads to burnout”
My First Million · Feb 26, 2026
‘Think and Grow Rich’ Is a Lie. (But The Advice Still Works)
“Author of 'Grit'; research validates Napoleon Hill's emphasis on persistence over IQ”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 26, 2026
Why ‘Playing It Safe’ In Your Career Doesn’t Pay with VC Bill Gurley
“Psychologist; her research on grit and 'paramecium' metaphor influences Gurley's fascination-finding principles”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 26, 2026
Liturgies of the Wild and the Ancient Art of Finding Meaning | Dr. Martin Shaw - EP 734
“Author of 'Grit'; discussed passion and perseverance as requiring intentionality to avoid misdirection”
The Genius Life · Feb 11, 2026
550: The Real Reason People Break Down After 40 (It’s Not "Getting Older") | Vonda Wright, MD
“Researcher whose work on grit and resilience is referenced in Dr. Wright's longevity framework”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Feb 11, 2026
BIll Gurley
“Author of 'Grit' who revised her thinking to prioritize passion over perseverance; Gurley interviewed her for book research”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 10, 2026
The Mattering Instinct: Why We Long to Matter | Rebecca Newberger Goldstein – EP 727
“Psychologist; author of 'Grit'; Miles argued entropy is missing ingredient to complete grit framework”
A Bit of Optimism · Feb 3, 2026
What Grit Really Teaches Us About Happiness with Professor Angela Duckworth
“Psychology professor at UPenn, MacArthur Genius Award winner, author of 'Grit'; discusses misconceptions about grit and character development”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Jan 15, 2026
The Winner’s Curse: Why Smart People Lose Their Way | Alex Imas – EP 716
“Works on behavior change for good; advancing field research and mega studies in behavioral economics”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Jan 12, 2026
Kumail Nanjiani Returns
“Author of 'Grit' and upcoming book on situational influence mentioned as podcast guest”
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing) · Jan 2, 2026
Guy Kawasaki: Win Every Pitch Using These Timeless Sales Principles | Sales | YAPClassic
“Author of Grit; featured on Kawasaki's podcast; story illustrates value of saying yes to unexpected opportunities”
The Mel Robbins Podcast · Dec 29, 2025
Change Your Life This Year: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be
“Co-director of Behavior Change for Good Initiative; researcher on self-control, habits, and grit”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Dec 15, 2025
Harvard’s Behaviour Expert: The Psychology Of Why People Don't Like You!
“Researcher working on school digital policy; collaborating on solutions for technology in educational settings”
The Psychology Podcast · Dec 4, 2025
End of an Era — Reflections on 11 Years of The Psychology Podcast w/ Annie Murphy Paul
“Early guest on the podcast; Penn colleague whose research was featured”
The Ryan Leak Podcast · Nov 10, 2025
When Phenomenal Skill Meets Phenomenal Will
“University of Pennsylvania researcher who defined grit as passion and perseverance; demonstrated grit outperforms talent”
The Psychology Podcast · Nov 6, 2025
The Gentle Power of Sisu w/ Dr. Elisabet Lahti
“Researcher cited for grit research; her work on passion and perseverance compared to Sisu as related but distinct concepts”
Choiceology with Katy Milkman · Oct 20, 2025
Bonus: A Sit Down With Katy Milkman & Angela Duckworth
“Psychology professor at Wharton, MacArthur Genius Award winner, author of 'Grit', expert on self-control and perseverance”
BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley · Oct 14, 2025
AI Bubble, Stablecoin Boom, and Runnin' Down a Dream | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
“Psychologist; research on persistence vs. passion cited regarding career grind problem”
Choiceology with Katy Milkman · Oct 6, 2025
How Mindset Shapes Success
“Wharton psychologist and best-selling author of Grit; upcoming guest on Choiceology to discuss self-control and resisting temptation as predictors of life outcomes.”
The Peter Attia Drive · Aug 11, 2025
#360 ‒ How to change your habits: why they form and how to build or break them | Charles Duhigg, M.B.A
“Conducted research on willpower as a trainable skill and grit as predictor of success”