Worklife with Adam Grant ReThinking: Igniting curiosity with Sean The Science Kid
Sep 16, 2025
Ten-year-old Sean The Science Kid, an internet educator renowned for making science accessible, joins his mother, Eunice Atecobi, to discuss his incredible curiosity and learning journey. They explore the challenges of nurturing intelligence while staying humble. Sean shares his thoughts on ethical dilemmas like the trolley problem, emphasizing the importance of questioning norms. They discuss the joy of scientific discovery, breaking down complex concepts through metaphors, and wonder how curiosity can spark unexpected learning adventures.
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Early Reading Discovery
- Eunice discovered Sean could read at nine months after he named store flyers and colors.
- They realized he was profoundly gifted and she quit work to nurture his learning.
Gifted Diagnosis At Two
- At two and a half Sean read pediatric psychologists and was labeled profoundly gifted.
- His parents then increased efforts to nurture his exceptional abilities.
Humility Through Beginner Challenges
- Sean stays humble by learning things he won't master quickly to feel like a beginner again.
- Eunice reinforces humility by encouraging him to say "I don't know" and research answers.