Nicholas Wade, a former New York Times science journalist and author known for his book 'A Troublesome Inheritance,' discusses the complex interplay between race, intelligence, and environmental influences. He explores the historical context of societal behaviors, critiques academic censorship, and highlights the challenges faced in publishing controversial ideas, especially regarding the origins of COVID-19. Wade advocates for confronting racial taboos in education, emphasizing the need for a more open academic discourse to address these contentious topics.