Jim Boulden: One of the overlays that i think we have as a society is a default to pessimism and a default towards distopia, as opposed to utopias. So again, you push all my buttons here, jim, well, if it gets you telling our audience all those fascinating things, an, it's worth it. What's funny, as you my gadaca questions of well done. And i too think that's a great movie. But then i just finish, a while back, rereading david doc's book, the beginning of infinity. I would recommend it highly.
Robert Plomin is a psychologist and geneticist best known for his work in twin studies and behavior genetics. He is also the author of several books on genetics, including "Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are". Our discussion with Robert revolves around:
- Evolution of Behavioral Genetics
- Role of IQ in relationships
- How valuable are expensive schools?
- Genetics of criminal behavior
- The flaw with most parenting books
- And MUCH more!
Read more about Robert Plomin here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Plomin and buy his book "Blueprint" here: https://www.amazon.com/Blueprint-How-Makes-afterword-Press/dp/0262537982/