Génération Do It Yourself #344 - Robert Plomin - Psychologist & Geneticist - What if your DNA could predict your future?
Robert Plomin, professeur de génétique comportementale au King's College de Londres, révèle comment 1 % de différence dans notre ADN façonne notre individualité. Il discute de la nécessité d'une éducation personnalisée qui tient compte des facteurs génétiques et encourage les enfants à suivre leurs passions. Plomin aborde aussi les implications éthiques des tests ADN et l'interaction entre génétique et environnement, plaçant l'accent sur le potentiel d'amélioration sociétale en comprenant mieux notre ADN.
02:42:17
Inné vs Acquis
- L'inné et l'acquis sont souvent confondus avec la nature et la culture.
- Robert Plomin explique la nuance entre ces concepts.
Influence Génétique Probabiliste
- L'influence génétique est souvent perçue comme déterministe à cause des maladies monogéniques.
- Cependant, les traits complexes sont probabilistes, influencés par de nombreux gènes.
Prédiction de la Réussite Scolaire
- Robert Plomin explique que l'ADN peut prédire 15% de la variance des résultats scolaires.
- L'ADN prédit mieux la réussite que le classement des écoles, qui n'explique que 4%.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Génétique et Éducation : Une Exploration Nuancée
03:27 • 16min
ADN, Éthique et Identité
19:32 • 13min
Tests ADN : Éthique et Implications
32:06 • 19min
L'ADN et le Destin : Entre Génétique et Environnement
51:30 • 13min
Génétique, Éthique et Sociétés : Une Réflexion Approfondie
01:04:19 • 20min
Génétique, Identité et Éthique
01:24:00 • 19min
L'impact des jumeaux sur la génétique et la psychologie
01:43:02 • 7min
L'impact de la génétique et de l'environnement sur le développement
01:49:37 • 26min
Impact de la Génétique sur le Développement Personnel
02:15:30 • 8min
Révolutionner l'éducation : vers un apprentissage personnalisé
02:23:42 • 2min
Génétique et choix personnels
02:25:29 • 4min
Découverte des talents et bien-être mental
02:29:15 • 4min
La conscience et la perception : une nouvelle approche
02:32:49 • 3min
Réflexions sur l'économie de l'attention et les conférences professionnelles
02:35:27 • 2min
Exploration de la génétique et de la littérature
02:37:54 • 2min
Une connexion chaleureuse avec l'audience
02:40:13 • 2min
1984
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George Orwell
Published in 1949, '1984' is a cautionary tale by George Orwell that explores the dangers of totalitarianism.
The novel is set in a dystopian future where the world is divided into three super-states, with the protagonist Winston Smith living in Oceania, ruled by the mysterious and omnipotent leader Big Brother.
Winston works at the Ministry of Truth, where he rewrites historical records to conform to the Party's ever-changing narrative.
He begins an illicit love affair with Julia and starts to rebel against the Party, but they are eventually caught and subjected to brutal torture and indoctrination.
The novel highlights themes of government surveillance, manipulation of language and history, and the suppression of individual freedom and independent thought.
Brave New World
Aldous Huxley
Written in 1931 and published in 1932, 'Brave New World' is a dystopian novel set in a futuristic World State where humans are bred in vitro and predestined into a rigid social hierarchy.
The novel explores themes of technological advancement, social conditioning, and the loss of individuality and freedom.
The story revolves around characters such as Bernard Marx, an Alpha who questions the society, Mustapha Mond, the World Controller, and John, a 'Savage' from a reservation who introduces elements of emotion and individuality into the highly controlled World State.
The novel critiques the optimism of technological progress and its potential to create a society that values stability and happiness over humanity and freedom.
My Struggle
Karl Ove Knausgaard
Don Bartlett
The 'My Struggle' series by Karl Ove Knausgård is a deeply personal and detailed account of the author's life.
The books cover his childhood, his complex relationship with his father, his struggles with writing, and his experiences with love, family, and friendship.
The series is known for its raw energy, candor, and the author's unique style of breaking down his life into its most mundane and elemental aspects.
The books have received widespread critical acclaim and have been translated into numerous languages.
Being You
A New Science of Consciousness
Anil Seth
In 'Being You: A New Science of Consciousness,' Anil Seth presents a radical new theory of consciousness, arguing that we are 'prediction machines' constantly inventing and correcting our perception of the world.
The book delves into the biological mechanisms of the brain, exploring how billions of neurons create our conscious experience.
Seth discusses the 'controlled hallucination' viewpoint, active inference, and the 'beast machine' theory, which views consciousness as a process of regulating the body's essential variables through interoceptive signals.
The book is a synthesis of philosophy, science, literature, and personal experience, making complex science accessible and engaging.
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Robert Pirsig
This classic novel by Robert M. Pirsig is a personal and philosophical odyssey that delves into the author's search for meaning.
The narrative follows a father and his son on a summer motorcycle trip from the Midwest to California, intertwining a travelogue with deep philosophical discussions.
The book explores the concept of 'quality' and how it informs a well-lived life, reconciling science, religion, and humanism.
It also touches on the author's own struggles with his past and his philosophical quest, making it a touching and transcendent exploration of human experience and endeavor.
The Blueprint
Jay-Z (Shawn Corey Carter)
Released on September 11, 2001, *The Blueprint* is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.
It was created during a tumultuous period in Jay-Z's life, including legal issues and feuds with other rappers.
The album features a soul-based soundscape, with notable tracks like 'Izzo (H.
O. V. A. )' and 'Takeover.
' Despite its release coinciding with the September 11 attacks, it debuted at number one on the US charts and has since been selected for preservation in the United States National Recording Registry for its cultural and historical significance.
Ever wondered what it's like to live another person's life but keep your own mind?
What makes us so uniquely different?
My guest today, psychologist and geneticist Robert Plomin, argues that it's largely due to a 1% difference in our DNA.
Research Professor in Behavioural Genetics at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King’s College London for 13 years, Robert grew up in a household with “no books” in Chicago, but still excelled at school.
It’s in the 1970s, at the University of Texas at Austin that he falls in awe with behavioral genetics while studying psychology.
Since then, his work - in great part based on twin studies - has highlighted how both genetic and environmental factors are crucial, but it's their interaction that's most determinant.
That’s why he comes to a fascinating and exciting conclusion: knowing everything about our DNA and our futures could improve our societies.
By unlocking the secrets of our DNA, we have the power to tailor our environments for optimal health and happiness, ditching the one-size-fits-all "golden yardstick" that Robert so vehemently rejects.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
- The relationship between psychology and genetics;
- Austin, Texas in the 70s;
- Why dreaming about becoming an F1 champion wasn’t enough for him to become one;
- The ethics of genetics and how to handle it in responsibly;
- Why your children should get to do what they love, whatever you think;
- How your perception of things is actually a controlled hallucination.
Big up to Antoine Freysz for suggesting I meet Robert!
TIMELINE :
- 00:00:00 - Genetics 101
- 00:08:48 - Robert Plomin’s life in a nutshell
- 00:30:40 - Predictive genetics, ethical implications, and parenting tips
- 01:06:16 - On the predictability of happiness & romance
- 01:23:17 - About his book Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are
- 01:42:00 - The twin research method
- 01:50:20 - The nature of nurture theory, illustrated by top athletes
- 02:13:38 - We are the average of the people we hang out with vs. Genetics
- 02:18:27 - The future of behavioral genetics in health, education, and the job market
- 02:34:22 - Where to follow Robert Plomin
- 02:36:58 - Robert’s book rec
- 02:37:55 - Where to get your DNA tested in France?
With Robert, we talked about older GDIY episodes:
- #99 Antoine Freysz - Kerala Ventures - Comment être le The Voice des entrepreneurs ?
- #83 Perry Chen - Kickstarter - Un projet peut en cacher 100 000 autres
- #320 Michael Horvath - Strava - You are what you do everyday
With Robert, we discussed:
- His book Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are (2018)
- Genetics in pop culture and sci-fi
- Gattaca (dir. by Andrew Niccol, 1997)
- George Orwell’s 1984 (1948)
- Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World (1932)
- Downhill Racer (dir. by Michael Richie, 1969)
- Karl Ove Knausgård’s literary series, My Struggle (2009-2011)
- 23andMe
Robert recommends you read:
- Anil Seth’s Being You: A New Science of Consciousness (2021)
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