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Walter Mischel

Mentioned in 4 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

Episode Appearances

Huberman Lab

Huberman Lab · May 11, 2026

Master Self Control & Overcome Procrastination | Dr. Kentaro Fujita

“Conducted original marshmallow test experiments in the 1960s-1980s examining delay of gratification in children”

Marshmallow Test Validity and Replication ChallengesSelf-Control vs. Willpower: Definitional DistinctionsPsychological Distance and Mental Time-Travel in Goal Pursuit
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Peak Performance Life Podcast

Peak Performance Life Podcast · Jan 20, 2026

EPI 235: BIG GOALS - The Science Of Setting Them, Achieving Them, And Creating Your Best Life. With 9X Best Selling Author Caroline Adams Miller

“Conducted famous Marshmallow Study on delayed gratification and self-regulation; research foundational to grit development”

Goal Setting Theory (Locke and Latham)Learning Goals vs Performance GoalsSMART Goals Framework Critique
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Choiceology with Katy Milkman

Choiceology with Katy Milkman · Oct 20, 2025

Playing the Long Game: The Power of Self-Control

“Pioneering psychologist who created the marshmallow test to measure self-control and delayed gratification in children”

Self-Control and Delayed GratificationBehavioral Science and Decision-MakingEmotional Regulation Under Pressure
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Choiceology with Katy Milkman

Choiceology with Katy Milkman · Oct 20, 2025

Bonus: A Sit Down With Katy Milkman & Angela Duckworth

“Pioneering psychologist who developed the marshmallow test and studied delay of gratification; lived to 94-95 at Columbia University”

Self-control definition and measurementMarshmallow test and delay of gratificationSituation modification strategies
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