Economist Podcasts cover image

Minds blown: are we getting dumber?

Economist Podcasts

00:00

Cognitive Skills in Decline

This chapter delves into a recent OECD survey revealing alarming trends in adult cognitive skills across affluent nations, with many adults performing at a level akin to a 10-year-old. It discusses the implications of these findings, comparing cognitive performance among countries and addressing concerns about skill gaps and educational stagnation.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app