One Measly Report
Political Gabfest
Lead, Intelligence, and Modern Media
This chapter explores the historical and contemporary effects of lead pollution on human intelligence, particularly focusing on its impact during the Roman Empire and in modern America. The discussion also includes reflections on popular media, including a miniseries about the Lockerbie disaster and a unique urban project by Elon Musk, tying these themes to generational differences in perceptions of intelligence.
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