39. Is Everybody Cheating These Days?

In this episode of "No Stupid Questions," Angela Duckworth and Stephen Dubner delve into the complex topic of cheating, exploring its prevalence, motivations, and moral implications. They discuss the rise of cheating in virtual education, personal experiences with cheating, and research on dishonesty. The conversation touches on the cost-benefit analysis behind cheating, the impact of surveillance, and the differences between utilitarian and deontological perspectives on morality. Additionally, they explore the value of lifelong learning, the balance between exploration and exploitation of skills, and the cognitive benefits of engaging in new activities as adults, referencing Tom Vanderbilt's book "Beginners" and David Epstein's concept of "range."