Are millennials the elite generation? (And are people actually getting dumber?)
Summary
Hosts Manny, Noah, and Devin investigate whether millennials represent the peak of human intelligence amid declining IQ scores, known as the reverse Flynn effect. They interview researcher Elizabeth Dorak on cognitive trends and psychologist Jean Twenge on generational definitions, technology's impact, and shifting cultural values. The episode explores how smartphones and individualism have shaped distinct traits in Gen Z compared to previous cohorts.
Topics discussed
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Are millennials the elite generation?
The Flynn effect and IQ trends
The reverse Flynn effect
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Defining generations and their traits
Technology, individualism, and Gen Z
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Generational stereotypes and conclusion
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