The Myth of Genius

The video explores the paradox of geniuses acting irrationally, using examples like Elon Musk and Linus Pauling. It delves into the historical and modern concepts of genius, highlighting the evolution from a Roman idea to the Enlightenment's exaltation of intelligence. The video critiques the reliance on IQ tests and the notion of a universal genius, suggesting that intelligence is context-dependent. It concludes by reevaluating genius as a combination of hard work, luck, and incremental progress rather than innate brilliance.

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